This old oak handcarved bowl is the perfect way to display precious small items such as a rings, earrings or jewels.

The bowl was carved by us with hand tools only.

The branch that this dish is made from was removed from a several hundred year old Oak tree a few miles from our home in Carmarthenshire, West Wales. Because the tree was many centuries old, the sap wood had long since gone and the limb contained only this naturally-weathered ‘heart wood’ (which provides the tree with its structural strength) and it is from this ancient hard oak ‘heart wood’ that this design is made. It is an absolute pleasure to work with oak heartwood, as once cleaned up, it emits a centuries-old warm glow that is unmistakable. Many hours of work go in cleaning the wood. As you can imagine, it looks very different when first removed from the tree, but we believe it is well worth the effort...

The piece has been treated with several coats of our homemade beeswax and linseed oil wax, which gives it the sheen that you see in the photos.

Dimensions – Approx 17.5cm x 7.5cm

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gorlech are Claire and Paul, woodcrafters based in rural West Wales.

This item was hand-crafted by us in our home workshop from wood we sourced ourselves whilst managing a local woodland. We are passionate about the importance of woodlands and the role that wood can play in shaping a more sustainable future.

Wood is a unique, in that – if harvested correctly - it is a completely sustainable, carbon-neutral and zero-waste material. It is also warm, tactile and inherently beautiful. Our ancestors knew this, and we hope to follow in that tradition by providing high-quality, hand-crafted alternatives to the mass-produced items sold in big stores across the globe.

By purchasing this item you will be joining us on our journey to put wood back in our homes and our hearts.

The item you receive will be the item in the displayed photos.

This jewellery box is made from a lovely piece of oak. The oak is now dry (it has been inside for several months) and should crack / split no more, but please note that there are some cracks in the wood as can be expected from air-dried oak.

Care and maintenance information:As the product has been waxed, to care for it simply wipe over with a damp cloth or duster (never submerge in water).

Rings not included. Item 1563

Shipping from United Kingdom

We will aim to post your item within 3 working days (delivery times to be agreed individually for custom orders)

Estimated shipping times:
- North America: 5-10 business days
- Europe: 3-5 business days
- UK: 2-5 business days
If you would like to receive an item quicker than the estimated shipping time given above, please message us and we will research alternative postage options for you.

Most of items are sent via the Parcel2Go service. We will provide you with a Parcel2GoTracking number when we dispatch your order. We usually select either Hermes or Parceforce to deliver our items to you. We take out insurance cover for all items.

Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply.

We are not responsible for delays due to customs.

Returns & Exchanges

I gladly accept returns and exchanges

Just contact me within: 14 days of delivery

Ship items back to me within: 21 days of delivery

I don't accept cancellations

But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.

The following items can't be returned or exchanged

Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:

Custom or personalized orders

Perishable products (like food or flowers)

Digital downloads

Intimate items (for health/hygiene reasons)

Returns and exchange details

If an item is lost or damaged in transit, we will contact the courier and obtain instructions from them as to what evidence is needed to make a claim. We might need, for example, photographic evidence of damage. Provided we receive requested information, we will refund the buyer for the item and postage costs, and then seek to claim these costs back from the courier.

If returning an unwanted item, it is the buyers responsibility to arrange and pay for return shipping. We recommend that buyers select a tracked service. A refund of the original item value will be given upon successful receipt of the item (provided it is in its original condition). Shipping charges will not be refunded.

Additional

Our products (and the packaging for our products) are not suitable for children under 3 years of age due to small parts.

Many of our products are made of surplus, recycled or 'waste wood'. Consequently there may be marks, blemishes and splits on the product, but these will not compromise the structural integrity of the item (i.e. we do not sell products that we think will break with normal use!). We think that these marks, blemishes and splits are what gives our pieces their individual and rustic charm.

We only use paints, oils, waxes and varnishes that meet current UK Safety Standards to bring out the best in our wood products. Where an item is intended for food use, we use ‘Raw Linseed Oil’ (which is safe for this purpose and doesn’t leave an unpleasant taste which could contaminate food). Items with evidence of woodworm have been appropriately treated.

Our wooden or painted candle / tealight holders are designed for use by responsible adults only – never leave a naked flame unattended.

The very observant of you may notice that items on our site have an individual number on the back – our products are NOT mass produced, we only sell hand-crafted items that we make or upcycle ourselves.

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